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Welcome to 2025,Aquarius. When the year begins, several planets are retrograde. This includes eccentric Uranus, your ruler. Daniel Egneus During Uranus retrograde, you reevaluate all areas of your life with the goal of becoming happier. However, in early 2025, warrior Mars is also retrograde. The Leo full moon in February could bring culmination in your love life. You’ll want to take note of the Mercury retrogrades in 2025. While not cause for alarm, they could lead to misunderstandings with friends....

Welcome to 2025,Aries. Venus moves in and out of your sign. Mars retrograde may affect your sex drive, but also offer opportunities to connect with others. Daniel Egneus Your birthday season offers an opportunity to celebrate yourself and let your loved ones do the same. Dreamy Neptune enters your sign this year and will stay there all the way through 2039. This could see someone important moving into your love life and giving all romance a dreamy and ethereal feel....

Welcome to 2025,Cancer. Cancers have a cozy reputation, but you also have pinchers and hard crab shells. This retreat is actually healthy. Daniel Egneus You’re just not feeling ambitious, nor should you have to be. Love could also feel a bit sluggish while Venus is retrograde. Perhaps the biggest news of 2025 is that expansive Jupiter settles into your sign, making dreams come true. When the year starts, the assertive planet Mars is retrograde....

Welcome to 2025,Capricorn. Know that in March, a new moon and solar eclipse in Aries could affect friendships. The summer is ultra-romantic as Venus moves into Taurus. Daniel Egneus And after that, when Venus moves into your 7th House, many Capricorns see sex deepening emotional connection. When Mercury moves into your sign early in the year, your creativity is at an all-time high. Mark down the dates of Mercury retrograde, as they could lead to misunderstandings with friends....

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Welcome to 2025,Gemini. You’re ruled by Mercury, and have a reputation for being the social butterfly of the zodiac. You’re charismatic and charming and have lots of friends. Daniel Egneus As Mercury is your ruling planet, its retrogrades affect you more than other signs. There are many opportunities for love during 2025, especially when Venus is in your sign. And keep reading to take note of three full moons that are epic for hot sex....

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Welcome to 2025,Leo. You’re a very generous sign, as your lovers can attest. However, your sex drive may be lower than usual early in the year, as Mars is retrograde. Daniel Egneus Then, in the spring, lover Venus also goes retrograde. This results in a slowdown in love and possible delay regarding financial news. It’s also not the best time to make major changes to your appearance. Celebrate by going all the way on a makeover, should you desire....

Welcome to 2025,Libra. When the year begins, the intense planet Mars is retrograde. Just see it as an excuse to relax. Daniel Egneus However, she soon goes direct. The spring brings many opulent days, including the Scorpio full moon, which indicates hot sex. Mark down the Mercury retrogrades of 2025, as they can lead to misunderstandings, particularly with friends. Another night of hot sex arrives later in the summer during the Aquarius full moon....

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Welcome to 2025,Pisces. Early in 2025, messenger Mercury moves into your sign. This gives you a boost in creativity, Pisces. Daniel Egneus It also occurs while Mars is retrograde. During Mars retrograde, all signs may notice a drop in libido or desire to hustle. Combat this by allowing yourself to indulge in rest and creative delights. Venus is also in your sign early in 2025, blessing love. However, then she goes retrograde....

Welcome to 2025,Sagittarius. When the year begins, note that wild Mars is retrograde, which could affect your sex drive. If your libido shifts, honor whatever arises. Daniel Egneus Shortly after Mars goes direct, romantic Venus also shifts into retrograde. And the entire summer of 2025 looks to be rather romantic, especially while Venus is in charismatic Gemini. But the fall through the winter is especially lovely for romance, as Venus stations in your sign....